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LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL. No separate Lubrication Order (LO) is available for the LMS Type 1 Shelter;
therefore, lubrication instructions contained in this section are mandatory.
LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS.
General. Keep all lubricants in
closed containers and store in a
clean dry place away
from external heat. Allow no dust, dirt or other foreign matter to mix with the lubricants.
Keep all lubrication equipment clean.
Cleaning. Wipe lubrication points and surrounding areas until free of dirt. Clean
lubrication points and surrounding areas before and after lubrication. Clean up all spilled
lubricants to prevent accumulation of dirt and foreign matter.
Lubrication. Lubricate the LMS Type 1 Shelter and components at the intervals
indicated, using the recommended lubricants, or their equivalent, as shown in Table 1.
Table 1. Lubrication Data.
Lubrication Task
Interval
Lubricant
Quarterly
Silicone spray
2. Hinges Door
Quarterly
Silicone spray
3. Hinges Steps (Shelter Wall)
Quarterly
Silicone spray
INTRODUCTION. This work package provides lubrication instructions for the Lightweight Multi-
Purpose Shelter (LMS Type 1).
MAINTENANCE LEVELS. Lubrication instructions are applicable to Operator, Unit, Direct, and
General Support Maintenance.
LUBRICATION INTERVALS. Lube intervals (on-condition or hard time) are based on normal operation.
During extreme weather or environmental conditions, the frequency of lubrication should be increased.
LUBRICANT. All items noted in
the following illustration should be
lubricated using MIL-L-23398.
LUBRICATING POINTS. The illustration identifies the lubrication points for the LMS Shelter. All lubrication
points require the same lubricant at the same interval.
CAUTION
Do not use alternate types/grade of lubricant, component damage may result.
LUBRICATING PROCEDURES.
a. Clean part with cotton cloth prior to lubricating.
b. Lubricate part, being careful not to over lubricate.
c.
Wipe any excess lubricant from part.
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